Namibian Pap and Fried Cabbage

Step 1

For the Pap

Step 2

Combine 2 1/2 cups of water and the salt in a saucepan.

Step 3

Bring to a boil.

Step 4

Mix the cornmeal with the remaining 1 cup of water in a small bowl

Step 5

Add the corn meal mixture slowly to boiling water stirring constantly.

Step 6

Reduce heat to low and continue stirring.

Step 7

Cook for a minimum of 5 minutes or until the mixture is nice and thick.

Step 8

to make the mound put the pap into a bowl and turn it over serve alongside the fried cabbage

Step 9

For the fried cabbage:

Step 10

Heat the oil in a large frying pan

Step 11

Add in the onions and saute over medium to low heat until caramelized.

Step 12

Add in the garlic and stir for another minute

Step 13

Add in the ginger and turmeric. Stir for another minute

Step 14

If needed add a little bit of oil if it seems dry.

Step 15

Add the lime juice, cabbage and salt to taste.

Step 16

Cook until the cabbage is cooked but retains a bit of crunch

Step 17

Serve alongside pap.

Step 18

Enjoy